Had such a great experience recording with Mat Raker here at SDMAA! His no bs attitude really…read moresimplifies the process, along with his experience and musical expertise. Really adaptable to my skill level which is very very beginner, and affordable too. I'll definitely be back to record more.

The San Diego Music and Art Company is a top notch school for teaching both music and art. The…read moreowner, Mat is a classically trained pianist and one of the best local musicians in San Diego. He only hires the highest quality musicians and artists. For art classes Victor and Olga are both incredible teachers and highly experienced visual artists. Both are professional artists in addition to teaching classes. I work with teen artists and often get requests for classes for younger artists and refer all of them to SDMAAC's sister location, The Escondido Music and Art Company. Many parents have sent emails about how happy their kids have been with the classes. They also put on amazing concerts! I am grateful they chose Escondido for the 2nd location.

I have been doing lessons with Chris for a while now and he is the go to guy to for a wonderful mix…read moreof singing lessons and music theory! He was very supportive of my singing journey, and I always look forward to our lessons together. While I am not exactly concert ready, I can see drastic improvement in my vocal ability and confidence in my way forward. Highly recommend. He is extremely competent with students new to lessons, as he is very able to convey complex theory or techniques regardless of where my level of knowledge with the topic is at. On multiple occasions he has also helped me game out the direction I want to go with my singing to the point that I believe he would recommend holding off lessons if he didn't think they were worthwhile to me. This is probably an uncommon level of integrity in a difficult business.

My boyfriend and I have been coming to Ellie for about three years on and off. She's always been…read moreincredibly supportive and we are always really excited about our lessons. Each class is a step forward and we always feel like we've worked hard and have more to work on, and most importantly that we make progress every week. She has really helped me find a voice I'm happy with and to keep working on the belty rock sound I really want. We're writing our own songs, singing in public venues and excited about the future of our singing 'career' and it's all been because of her support. She's super professional and knowledgeable and answers all my questions honestly and thoughtfully and continues to research and study her field so there's so much to learn from her. At the same time, she's such a kind, welcoming and funny person that we've come to regard her as a wonderful friend too! Love our lessons and will keep coming to her as long as we are able to!

Vanessa is an incredibly kind, patient, and knowledgeable music teacher who is clearly passionate…read moreabout what she does. She creates a supportive learning environment that makes each lesson both enjoyable and productive. Thanks to her guidance these last 4 months, I feel much more confident in my vocal skills and overall musical abilities. I've noticed that this confidence has seeped into my daily life as well. Vanessa explains concepts clearly and meets me where I am, while still encouraging growth. I also deeply appreciate how flexible and understanding she is with my busy schedule--something I truly value as a fellow nurse. I'm so grateful to learn from someone so thoughtful and talented. I can't recommend her enough to anyone looking to start their music journey.

Not only is Vanessa a powerful and talented singer, she has the ability to pull buried vocal…read moreabilities out of others. I did not believe I could sing or had even a decent voice but Vanessa believed in me, listened to me and with her extensive knowledge, passion for others and keen ear, she was able to help me create sound I didn't know was in me. I still don't think I've heard all that's in me yet and I can't wait to find out. Vanessa is patient, flexible, kind, and dedicated to seeing you succeed as the vocalist you want to become. I'm thankful for her services!

I contacted her late night and within a day she responded, answering all my questions and needs…read morereassuring me that they can and will be fulfilled through her literal life's worth of experience and knowledge. When I found out she is a holistically educated singer I knew immediately this is the place for me, because of this not only will our singing improve but it will also strengthen and protect our throats and voices from any damage that many other vocal coaches look past. She took her time on the phone with me as well as in person during our lesson, Very reasonable prices for the quality of care and knowledge she provides not to mention her husband is a genius when it comes to music production, they are both SO PASSIONATE and it truly shows.

My name is Eliana and I'm writing from my husbands yelp...I have been working with Rebecca for a…read morecouple months now and I can't explain how much I love her! She is truly amazing! the way she teaches is a God given gift. I never would have imagined that I would ever be able to sing and starting from the bottom I am working my way up with Rebecca. I recommend her for all!! You will never go back to any other teacher after your lesson with Rebecca.

My 12 year old has been begging me for singing lessons for years now and due to the pandemic I had…read morebeen putting it off. Well we found Meghann and wow do I wish I would have signed up sooner! Everything is all online and it's really easy to sign up for classes. My kid has learned so much. He is blown away by how much hes learned from singing with Meghann!

I've been taking a few lessons with Meghann in the last month or so and she is really great. She…read moremakes sure you start off with some key fundamentals and I can notice it's already making a difference. She also has a great way of explaining everything and has a very intuitive, supportive & gentle approach with teaching and guiding you throughout the lesson. Her patreon website offering is great which includes optional weekly live-zoom class lessons that you can join and a private lesson 1x a month plus all kinds of beneficial audio led exercises, ongoing videos, and written info. you get access to. I'd definitely recommend her.

Kristina is literally THE BEST. If you're considering voice lessons with her, seriously go for it…read more-- you'll be astounded. I've been working with her for over a year and half now, and I started from *nothing*. With Kristina's help, my voice has gotten stronger, I've gained so much more confidence in my abilities, and I've learned so much about technique (but in a really simple, straightforward, do-able way). If you have even the slightest nervousness about voice lessons, Kristina is your teacher. She never makes you sing alone unless you want to! And between all of the fun exercises, it's a very gradual, very non-intimidating path towards singing solo *if you want to.* I know she has pro-level students as well, but Kristina is definitely beginner-friendly. Part of what drew me to Kristina was her vibe. She's, simply stated, The Coolest Person Ever. She's a little bit rock-and-roll, a little bit San Francisco, and a whole lot of joyful, hilarious, knowledgable, and accepting. Our lessons are very healing to me: we warm up with humming and chanting for a very somatic, embodied practice that does wonders for my nervous system. I could go on about Kristina forever, but the last thing I'll say for now is: Just listen to her music. Listen to her voice. Kristina's money is where her vocal chords are! She's a powerhouse singer with a skill level second to none. Her level of artistry is mind-bending in and of itself -- and learning from somebody like that is extraordinarily special. Thank you for everything, Kristina!

I've taken vocal lessons with Kristina for years, and her warm and supportive style of teaching is…read moresomething I truly value. She is very kind and provides a really comfortable environment and process, if you're a beginner vocalist like I was. She has helped me gain confidence in my singing ability which is invaluable! The cadence of our lesson is both mindful, and a practice of being present...while also doing vocal exercises that both challenge and improve my vocal range. I look forward to my weekly lesson with her!

As an adult experienced guitarist and pianist now hoping to improve my vocal skills, I was lucky to…read morefind Lexi Pulido as a coach at LJM. She is skilled at teaching the finer points of resonance and phonation, aims her coaching at the appropriate level, and is super fun and easy to work with.

Lexi is an amazing piano teacher. Unbelievably patient but also so creative she makes learning fun…read more She helps them make up their own songs in a really fun way and her enthusiasm really stokes a love for music. I couldn't imagine a better teacher than Lexi and highly recommend her.

If you're looking for a fantastic voice teacher, Nikki Maas is the one. My daughter has been part…read moreof Nikki's studio for three years, and we couldn't be happier. She got accepted into every vocal performance college program she auditioned for, and they all gave her generous scholarships! What makes Nikki so great is that she's a perfectionist in the best way possible. She gives kind and helpful feedback and knows how important it is to take care of your voice. She's not just a talented singer, she's also an excellent teacher. Not all singers have that skill. Her patience, kindness, and professionalism always impress me. She makes sure your child feels safe and cared for while teaching them to be amazing vocalists. I wish I could give her ten stars. Five stars just aren't enough.

I've had the pleasure of working with Maas Music Voice Studio for a few years now. Before working…read morewith Nikki, I always struggled with nerves during auditions to the point that my performance would suffer and would dread auditions. Nikki has a wealth of evidence-backed techniques and strategies that honestly work like magic. Her personalized approach and one-on-one coaching have made my auditions so much easier and even enjoyable! She creates a supportive and encouraging environment, which has helped me build confidence and resilience. I have come so far as a performer thanks to Nikki's expertise and dedication. I highly recommend Maas Music Voice Studio!

Barbara is a very good singing coach I see you're at least once a month chip brush up on my…read morekaraoke. She's super sweet works with you even if you have a horrible voice. She's very much a positive spirit, and will always make you feel good after you leave even though you know you're not the greatest singer.

An actual opera singer for a vocal coach. Sign me up! She's…read moreawesome. So knowledgeable and sweet. Happy all the way around.

IF YOU WANT to have success in booking theatre jobs in San Diego (or elsewhere), GO SEE KARYN…read moreOVERSTREET! I can not say this loud enough and here is why. I have worked with over 25 different vocal teachers/coaches in my 30+ career and love affair with musical theatre. Teachers in my past have been skilled at technique and teaching but many were missing the other critical element of "the business." Here is what Karyn can give you in her lessons: vocal warm ups, technique, access to a massive music library, advice, her past and personal experience, acting while singing coaching...but WAIT... there is more. Karyn sets you up for success with her knowledge around technology. Every song that I have learned with her she provides the sheet music, a tracked accompaniment with and without vocal line, mp3 or youtube of someone else singing the song and FULL ACCESS in my own google folder so that I can actually practice without hiring an accompanist. For those of us who are old enough to remember the practice pre-phone/computer days, these resources are invaluable. Karyn is a cheerleader, a skilled musician, a friend and someone who WANTS you to book the show/college/job. Worth EVERY single penny.

Choosing Karyn Overstreet as a vocal coach was probably one of the best decisions in my performing…read morecareer. She has transformed my voice by making it stronger and I continue to learn so much from every lesson. She is an ecstatic teacher, who supports and uplifts in her studio, always with the biggest smile. She is truly your #1 fan. If you're looking to rise above in terms of technique, vocal power and agility, and incredible song selection, Karyn Overstreet is the one to get you there.